Kind of
Pronunciation: /ˈkaɪnd ˈəv/
Kind of (phrase)
- Used to show something is not exact, but close to a particular quality or level.
- Used to refer to a category of things or people, without naming the exact type.
- Used when you are not fully sure, to soften your statement or make it less definite.
Examples
- I kind of like the idea, but I’m not sure yet.
- She kind of agreed, but she didn’t commit.